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“Louis said, "There ought to be a comic book about geeks." Dr. McNaughton said, "There are books about geeks." He said, "There are?" Dr. McNaughton said, "I'll read you some Faulkner sometime. I'll read you some Eudora Welty, some Flannery O'Connor. Geeks, midgets, anything your heart desires…” quote by Lewis Nordan
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““Louis said, "There ought to be a comic book about geeks." Dr. McNaughton said, "There are books about geeks." He said, "There are?" Dr. McNaughton said, "I'll read you some Faulkner sometime. I'll read you some Eudora Welty, some Flannery O'Connor. Geeks, midgets, anything your heart desires. Better than comic books." Louis looked at his father. He said, "You'll read to me? Really?””

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About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Lost Boy” by Lewis Nordan, 1995

A dialogue about the value of literature versus comics, highlighting a desire for deeper, diverse stories.

In simple terms: Literature offers richer experiences than comics.

Key Takeaway

Explore varied reading beyond mainstream media.

Themes

literature diversity education family

Mood

reflective curious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • reading clubs
  • family discussions
  • school curricula

Key Concepts

storytelling cultural heritage

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we favor certain media?
  • How can comics convey depth?
A Different Perspective

May dismiss the appeal of popular media.

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